I Think I "Bonked"

[RolliePollie]

I work at home, self-employed, drawing technical and patent illustrations, and I enjoy working in the evenings. I don't watch tv or anything.

About 4 or 5 times a week I'm up at about 7am, off to breakfast in town on my bike, then a 20 mile ride (2 hours), back home by 11 or so. Then I work off and on in the afternoon and often I work after dinner as well. I go to bed around 11pm or so.
I like my schedule!

Oh my heavens Lisa, I really want your schedule!!! And your job! Sounds wonderful.

As for bonking, this is a great thread for me to read. Especially the hydration part...if I start a ride dehydrated at all, I'll know it pretty quick. I'm trying to make a real effort to keep myself well hydrated at all times. Last week I was already through both my bottles in just 10 miles (hilly miles, but still!). My newest friend is soy milk. I usually drink a glass of it before I leave on a ride. Not sure if it's just in my head or not, but I feel like I'm getting a little dose of protein and carbs along with a little hydration. I'm scared of bonking, so I probably over do it with eating before a ride.